Ages 3 to 5 Years

Head Start

Head Start is a federally funded early childhood education program designed to promote school readiness for children from birth to age five. It provides comprehensive services that support children’s cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development, while also engaging families as partners in their child’s learning.

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Building a Foundation for Success

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Lifelong Success

Through a combination of high-quality early education, health screenings, nutrition support, and family services, Head Start helps build a strong foundation.

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Early Academic Skills

At CDD, our classrooms focus on developing social-emotional growth and independence in a nurturing and structured environment.

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Kindergarten Prep

We proudly serve preschool children ages 3 to 5 through our Head Start program, preparing them for the transition to kindergarten.

Enrollment & Eligibility

We are a partner site for ACENEPA (Agency for Community Empowerment of Northeastern Pennsylvania), which manages enrollment for our Head Start program. Head Start is an income-based program, and families must meet federal income eligibility guidelines to qualify. Families interested in enrolling their child must contact ACENEPA directly to complete an application and determine eligibility. Scan the QR Code to apply.

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